Minimum Equipment List – Online Course

Our Bluesky online Aircraft Minimum Equipment List (MEL) training course is designed to equip aviation professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to operate aircraft safely, in the event that certain equipment should be inoperative.

Our flexible, fully online course will provide a comprehensive overview of aviation Minimum Equipment List (MEL) and Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) procedures, regulations, and their practical application in day to day aircraft maintenance and operations. It’s suitable for aviation professionals working within flight operations, safety management, and regulatory compliance, and will be particularly useful for pilots, aircraft maintenance engineers, airline dispatchers and aviation operations personnel.

With in-depth training materials available 24/7, 365 days a year you can learn at your own pace from anywhere in the world, through engaging multimedia content, real-world case studies, and interactive quizzes that reinforce key concepts.

Read more about our online MEL training below and enrol on our course today.

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What Will You Learn in Our Minimum Equipment List Course?

An MEL is a tool for determining the minimum equipment required for an aircraft to operate safely under specific conditions. Our course provides a comprehensive overview of Minimum Equipment List and Master Minimum Equipment List principles, procedures, and regulations, giving students the ability to make informed decisions regarding aircraft dispatch and maintenance.

Key areas covered within the course include:

  • The purpose of Minimum Equipment Lists, their regulatory framework, and associated documentation.
  • How to apply MEL procedures, including dispatch criteria and maintenance deferrals.
  • Hoe to identify inoperative items using MEL guidelines.
  • Documentation and record-keeping requirements associated with MEL operations.
  • An overview of day to day decisions related to aircraft dispatch and maintenance based on MEL procedures.

This course is essential for pilots, maintenance engineers, technicians, flight operations personnel, and anyone responsible for aircraft airworthiness and dispatch decisions.

MEL Course Outline

  • Introduction to Minimum Equipment Lists and Master Minimum Equipment Lists (MMEL)
  • MEL Structure and Content
  • MEL Procedures and Usage
  • Operational and Safety Considerations
  • Regulatory Compliance and Audits
  • Case Studies and Practical Scenarios

Meet Our Training Team

Paul Gash

Head of Training

Alasdair Patrick

Head of Commercial (BTTL)

Aidan Gardner

Online Training Manager